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Isomorphism (sociology)

Index Isomorphism (sociology)

In sociology, an isomorphism is a similarity of the processes or structure of one organization to those of another, be it the result of imitation or independent development under similar constraints. [1]

8 relations: Coercive isomorphism, Globalization, Institutionalisation, Mimetic isomorphism, New institutionalism, Normative isomorphism, Paul DiMaggio, Walter W. Powell.

Coercive isomorphism

Coercive isomorphic change involves pressures from other organizations in which they are dependent upon and by cultural expectations from society.

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Globalization

Globalization or globalisation is the process of interaction and integration between people, companies, and governments worldwide.

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Institutionalisation

Institutionalisation (or institutionalization) refers to the process of embedding some conception (for example a belief, norm, social role, particular value or mode of behavior) within an organization, social system, or society as a whole.

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Mimetic isomorphism

Mimetic isomorphism in organization theory refers to the tendency of an organization to imitate another organization's structure because of the belief that the structure of the latter organization is beneficial.

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New institutionalism

New institutionalism or neo-institutionalism is a school of thought that focuses on developing a sociological view of institutions—the way they interact and how they affect society.

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Normative isomorphism

Normative isomorphic change is driven by pressures brought about by professions.

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Paul DiMaggio

Paul Joseph DiMaggio (born January 10, 1951 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American educator, and professor of sociology at New York University since 2015.

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Walter W. Powell

Walter W. Powell (also known as Woody Powell), born August 15, 1951, is a contemporary American sociologist.

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References

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isomorphism_(sociology)

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